Certified Coding Specialist - Orthopedics

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Hospital Inpatient Coding Specialist - Orthopedics.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately assign ICD-10-CM and PCS codes for inpatient diagnoses and procedures
• Assign appropriate CPT codes and modifiers for outpatient and outpatient surgery coding
• Create compliant physician queries and review claims for medical necessity

Required Qualifications, Training, and Education

• 2-year degree or equivalent experience; AHIMA or AAPC certification required
• Active credentials such as RHIT, CCS, or CPC
• 3-5 years of coding experience
• Meets or exceeds quality and productivity standards
• Experience with orthopedic claim coding preferred